Alexandria Fragrances 2020 Extrait

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Mystère #29

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Alexandria Fragrances Mystère #29 is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020. Mystère #29 opens with Bergamot, Fig, and Tea, settles into a heart of Musk, Cedar, Vetiver, and Sichuan Pepper, and dries down to a base of Tobacco and Hay. Alexandria Fragrances's Mystère #29 carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a bit of a wildcard, initially divisive with its amplified opening, but many find it settles into a surprisingly faithful and excellent alternative to its inspiration. Expect a bold start that mellows into something quite special.
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  • Bold
  • Calm
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Mysterious
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Mystère #29 Extrait bottle
Inspired by
Thé Noir 29 by Le Labo
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Thé Noir 29 the original Mystère #29 inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and good longevity make it suitable for a variety of settings. The green, woody, and fresh spicy accords lean towards casual and date wear, though it can certainly hold its own in a formal setting after the initial bold opening subsides.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Mystère #29 opens with a crisp, green freshness, a burst of bergamot intertwining with aromatic bay leaf and earthy vetiver. As it develops, a warm, slightly sweet heart emerges, driven by fig and a dry, nuanced tobacco and hay. Cedar and musk provide a grounding, woody base, creating a linear yet complex aroma that maintains its intriguing character from start to finish.

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